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Nothing says summer like a scoop of ice cream!

Nothing says summer like a big scoop (or three!) of blueberry ice cream. Sure, vanilla ice cream tastes great topped with fresh blueberries, or served over a warm, homemade blueberry dessert. But in the middle of the summer, nothing beats fresh blueberries churned into a homemade ice cream. It's the best!

What is blueberry ice cream made of?

This recipe starts with fresh blueberries and a little bit of sugar to cook a compote on the stove (it's okay to substitute frozen blueberries here, but you may need to add a few minutes to the cook time.) Add this to a custard base of egg yolks, heavy cream, and more sugar. Finish the ice cream with vanilla, a pinch of salt, and cold buttermilk to help balance all the sweetness.

What can you serve with blueberry ice cream?

Blueberry ice cream tastes great in a cone, of course, but it also makes a stellar topping for any number of summer fruit desserts. Try it on top of a warm peach galette to marry the fruits of the season, or serve it with fresh cherries or strawberries and a big scoop of whipped cream, for the ultimate 4th of July dessert. Looking for something portable? Sandwich a scoop between two of Ree Drummond's favorite sugar cookies, wrap in parchment paper, and freeze until firm. You won't regret having a few of these easy no-bake treats stashed away in the freezer this summer!

Don't throw out those leftover egg whites—use them to whip up a pavlova!